Push Pin - Where in the World? Going Global
Research, investigation, inquiry, presentation and celebrations – this is how we engage our learners at Wairakei Primary School
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For those of us who do not work for an enormous global corporation have to make do with Genius Hour. Read more about 'The Plastic Problem'...

Mathsmatters - Hot Competition
Two Year 5 teams and four Year 6 teams pitted their wits against other students from Taupo schools and beyond
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In Room 8 we have been practising skills for passing and throwing to enhance our physical fitness and personal well-being. Read more about 'Catch Me Catching The Ball with Youth Town Coaches'...

Slam Poetry in Room 6
We were very lucky to have a visiting poet, Te Kahu Rolleston, work with us.
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Cross-Country 2018
A cold and blustery day saw 34 Wairakei Primary School students from years 4, 5 and 6 make the trip to Spa Park to compete in the 2018 Inter-School Cross Country
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Wairakei Primary School sold $4,100 worth of books raising over $1,000 for the school library
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Staff and students (previously of Wairakei Primary School) allowed us to tour the very well-equipped and productive Design and Innovation Centre, looking at learning in action
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Week One at Wairakei Primary School
My intention is to add to this blog, sharing information about Wairakei school. This week I thought I would introduce myself to you. Read more about 'Week One at Wairakei Primary School'...

Spell-a-thon Assembly
There is also a student from each syndicate who received either a soccer ball or a netball. Read more about 'Spell-a-thon Assembly'...